--- title: "Architect services" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c040" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06c040" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06c040.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06c040.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CANTERBURY CITY COUNCIL" published: "2026-06-30" --- # Architect services Buyer: CANTERBURY CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c040 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06c040) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06c040.json) ## Summary Canterbury City Council is inviting tenders under an open procedure for architect services, categorised under architectural and related services (CPV code: 71200000). This procurement process is designed to appoint up to three suppliers to enter into a contract commencing in September 2026, which will last for three years, with potential extensions up to an additional two years. The procurement stage is active, with the opportunity registered as a tender. Interested parties must submit their applications through the Kent Business Portal by 12:00 on 31 July 2026. The contract is valued at £300,000, with a gross amount of £360,000, and it aligns with legal requirements under UK legislation 2023/54. This tender offers significant opportunities for firms specialising in architectural services, particularly those with the capability to meet high-quality standards, as the award criteria balance both price and quality, giving a 60% weight to quality. The fact that SMEs are deemed suitable for this opportunity broadens the potential for smaller enterprises to engage in this procurement, thus providing avenues for business growth. Companies that are adept at providing architectural services at a competitive price will find this an opportune project to expand their portfolio, especially those with experience in meeting the requirements of public sector procurement. ## Notice Canterbury City Council wishes to select and appoint up to 3 suitable suppliers for the provision of Architect services. The Contract is anticipated to commence September 2026 and will continue for a period of 3 years and may be extended for a period of a further 2 x 1 year subject to the satisfactory performance of the Services by the Contractor and at the Council's entire discretion. Full details and requirements are included within the Invitation to Tender Documentation. Important Notice: Suppliers should in the first instance register themselves on the Kent Business Portal by following registration instructions. After registering suppliers are asked to express their interest in this opportunity, after which suppliers will be able to access and download all the required documents attached to this notice. Please ensure you download all documents and complete according to instructions contained. Attachments: Instructions to Suppliers: Expressions of interest will only be accepted via the Kent Business Portal (www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk). Note that in order to successfully submit your interest you will first need to register for an account on the portal. After registration is complete and you've received your login details you should return to the advert for the opportunity and express your interest. You will then receive an email giving you a link to the documentation provided and be able to access the tender documents. The tender documents are required to be completed and submitted electronically via the Kent Business Portal by no later than 12:00 on Friday 31 July 2026 Questions and Communication: Please direct all questions and communication through the Kent Business Portal via the message facility (once registered). For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Canterbury:-Architectural-and-related-services./574689WHK3 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/574689WHK3 ### Lot Information Lot 1 Renewal: May be extended for a period of a further 2 x 1 year subject to the satisfactory performance of the Services by the Contractor and at the Council's entire discretion ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061296-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 30 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 31 Jul 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £300,000 | | Lots value | £300,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | CANTERBURY CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | CANTERBURY | | Post town | Canterbury | | Postcode | CT1 2UR | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent | | ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent | | Local authority | Canterbury | | Electoral ward | Westgate | | Westminster constituency | Canterbury | | Delivery location | TLJ4 Kent | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 71200000 - Architectural and related services ## Release History - 30 Jun 2026 at 13:15 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061296-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061296-2026 30th June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk - https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/574689WHK3 - https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Canterbury:-Architectural-and-related-services./574689WHK3 - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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